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NPTC Safety Article- November 2024 -Navigating the Holidays

As the song says, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” unless you are driving a commercial vehicle! As we welcome in the holiday season, what's the best way to handle these challenges?
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NPTC Safety Article- September 2024 -Marijuana Testing

U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg confirmed that his agency believes the U.S. Department of Justice's proposal to reschedule marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug will not change the current requirements for testing transportation workers, including truck drivers, for marijuana.
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NPTC Safety Article- August 2024 -Back to School

According to a report by the NHST autumn is the most dangerous time of year for pedestrians. As summer ends, & children return to school, here are some tips to keep in mind
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NPTC Safety Article- July 2024 -Pre-Employment Screening Program

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is encouraging drivers to enroll in the agency's Pre-Employment Screening Program. But what is PSP?
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NPTC Safety Article- June 2024 -Maintaining Composure on the roads

As a professional driver, you can encounter other motorists who lack common courtesy or are distracted and compromised. When you are confronted with an aggressive driver, how should you respond?
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NPTC Safety Article- May 2024 -Buckle Up

Every year, thousands of people die in vehicle crashes because they are not wearing a seat belt. So why are drivers not using seat belts? Let’s set the record straight.
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NPTC Safety Article- April 2024 -Road Inspection Primer

The annual CVSA International Roadcheck is almost here. The inspections scrutinize all safety & compliance aspects of equipment & drivers, but this year there will be 2 specific areas of concentration
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NPTC Safety Article- March 2024 -Work Zone Safety

Spring is in the air and with the approaching warm weather comes the return of highway maintenance & work zones. And accidents resulting in fatalities involving CMVs in work zones have been increasing
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NPTC Safety Article- February 2024 -Americas Roadway Safety Crisis

The FMCSA recently provided a few tips to help prevent accidents and comply with safety standards. And some of these best practices start before even getting into the cab.
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NPTC Safety Article- January 2024 -Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse Update

The Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse is a secure online database containing records of drug & alcohol violations. Drivers are not required to register however a driver may need to provide consent for work
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NPTC Safety Article- November 2023 -Avoiding Deer Strikes

Deer are more active during breeding, migration, and hunting season, increasing the likelihood of crashes from mid-October to mid-December. Here are some tips for staying safe
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NPTC Safety Article- December 2023 -FMCSA Policy on Sexual Assaults

The safety of CMV operators is a critical aspect of FMCSA’s safety mission. And why the FMCSA issued a Notice of Enforcement Policy intended to increase awareness of sexual assault against CMV drivers